East Gippsland Shire

Launching our See It. Share It. campaign with @VictoriaPolice. Impatience shouldn't endanger lives. Have you witnessed high-risk driving? Your dashcam footage can make a difference — safely submit it to Crime Stoppers Victoria. Your footage can save lives, learn more: bit.ly/road-safety-se… #SeeItShareIt

Happy International Men’s Day! ❤️ Let’s hear it for the #MensHealthChampions. 👏 Have a great day! 😃 #internationalmensday

Our new councillors have been sworn in! 👏 Meet the team: Back row: Arthur Allen Tom Crook Joanne Eastman Ian Trevaskis Bernie Farquhar Front row: John White Sonia Buckley Jodie Ashworth Barry Davis Watch the 1st Council meeting on 26 Nov at youtube.com/EastGippy

🚨 Severe weather & flooding alert 🚨 Heavy rain causing flooding across East Gippsland. Flash flooding remains a risk. ☎️ SES: 132 500 for help. 🚗 Avoid flooded roads. 🏕️ Campers: Stay on high ground. Avoid trees. Download VicEmergency App. Stay safe!

There is a moderate risk of epidemic thunderstorm asthma forecast for tomorrow, Wednesday, 6 November in the Central, North Central, North East, South West, Wimmera, South and West Gippsland and East Gippsland districts. For more information: #thunderstorm-asthma-forecast" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">emergency.vic.gov.au/prepare/#thund…

Our community e-newsletter, Community Matters, has a new name and a fresh new look. Find out about Orbost Outdoor Pool season, our plan to manage this period of fast-growing vegetation, and our new playgrounds in Lakes Entrance and Orbost. Plus much more! mailchi.mp/egipps/its-bee…

Before you head out on a hiking adventure this long weekend, follow these steps to stay safe: -Check the weather forecast -Let your friends and family know your plan -Check the latest conditions and park closures at @ParksVic -Wear the right gear -Download the VicEmergency app

These steps are to ensure our content does not affect voting in the election, and is consistent with steps taken by other Victorian Councils and the Local Government Act 2020. These changes are only temporary; we'll be back to normal communication activity after the election.

and community consultations. The ability for people to comment on our social media content will also be disabled during the Election Period.

From 12.00 noon Tuesday 17 September until 6.00 pm on Saturday 26 October (Election Day) we will be in the Local Government Election Period (also known as Caretaker Period). During this time, we will limit our printed communications, website content, social media activity,

7pm tonight is your chance to chat with us! Tune into our online fishing forum by registering at events.teams.microsoft.com/event/bc052b1d… Ask your burning questions, and hear about our efforts across Vic to improve your fishing

Severe Weather - Advice for Central and southern parts of Victoria including Alpine areas. You should Stay Informed. For more info: emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/#!/war… #vicstorms

This Advice - Severe Weather is for Central and southern parts of Victoria including Alpine areas. Stay informed and be aware of potential hazards caused by the severe weather. More details at emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/#!/war…

With damaging winds crossing Victoria from later this morning, there is a risk of localised power outages. To find out how to prepare for power outages, visit energy.vic.gov.au/about-energy/s… or call 136 186.

Firewood location maps will be live at ffm.vic.gov.au/firewood/firew… on 1 September 🗺️  Don’t forget, firewood collection rules and limits apply 🔥 Check out firewood collection rules in your region at vic.gov.au/collecting-fir…

Here’s a glimpse into what our scientists get up to during their annual Gippsland Lakes black bream surveys!

🐴 Right across our shire, you'll find horses ridden on our roads and trails. When you encounter a horse: 🚗 Slow down and be ready to stop. 👋Give them plenty of room. 🤫 Avoid sudden moves/noises Stay safe! For more information, visit vicroads.vic.gov.au/safety-and-roa… 🏇

Reuse plastic wherever possible and recycle it when it’s no longer useful. Recycling plastic into new products uses 88% less energy than manufacturing from virgin materials. Lots more great info here: sustainability.vic.gov.au/recycling-and-… @SustainVic